Soil Mechanics is the study of soil properties which govern the use of soil as a construction or foundation material. During laboratory periods the student will examine soil properties and extract necessary parameters for design. The majority of the course is devoted to designing earth embankments, building foundations, and earth retaining structures based upon applicable engineering principles and recognition of the fundamental concepts of soil behavior.
Lessons
40 @ 55 min (2.500 Att/wk)
Labs
7 @ 120 min
Special requirements
Two design problems and a lab summary report; compensatory time provided. One day-long field trip.
